Strong sunshine to push Mumbai, India, to 35°C

Warm air and strong sunshine to raise temperatures

From October 17 to 18, strong sunshine and warm air are expected to combine to raise temperatures in India. Skies are mostly clear, and strong sunshine continues to warm the ground. At around 1,500 m, warm air of +18°C or higher is spreading widely from the Arabian Sea, continuing to warm areas near the surface. These conditions are expected to persist.

Forecast for major cities

Strong sunshine and warm air are expected to continue during this period. Mumbai is forecast to reach 35°C from the 17th to the 18th, with humidity of 56% to 57%. Delhi and Lucknow are each forecast to reach 32°C, while Chennai is forecast to reach 31°C under weaker sunshine. None of these cities is expected to reach 35°C.

Please limit outdoor activities during the day as much as possible. Take precautions against the heat, such as drinking fluids regularly and keeping indoor spaces well ventilated.